Physics Teacher (2026-2027) [Immediate Start]

DSST Public Schools; United States; On-site; USD 58,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation stipend

Benefits eligible

In-person position

Job summary

DSST Public Schools is seeking Science Teachers for Middle School and High School at multiple Denver-area locations. The role emphasizes inquiry, hands-on exploration, and inclusive teaching that helps all students build scientific understanding.

Salary ranges from $58,000 to $76,000 with experience alignment; relocation stipend available for moves from 75 miles or more. This in-person position starts with staff training at the end of July and includes benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in any field; demonstrated content knowledge (in-field status) via qualifications.
• Ideal: Proven commitment to and experience serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.
• Colorado teaching credential preferred but not required for most opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Deliver rigorous and engaging content, using DSST’s curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach grade-level aligned content to 3–5 classes daily.
• Prioritize student intellectual growth by setting high expectations, monitoring and assessing performance through a variety of tools, and guiding instruction to support individual proficiency.
• Promote a positive culture by validating students’ cultural identities, fostering a unified classroom and school culture, and building trusting relationships with students and families.
• Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Contribute to the school community through additional duties such as student recruitment, an advisory class, after-school tutoring, and other support roles as needed.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in any field

Colorado teaching credential preferred but not required

Job description

POSITION

Science Teacher – Middle School and High School

LOCATION

Hiring at multiple locations, primarily in Denver, Colorado. Application links and details are provided on the roster of open positions.

SALARY

$58,000–$76,000 based on aligned years of experience (up to 10years). A relocation stipend is offered for candidates moving 75miles or more from Denver.

STATUS

Full‑time, school year; benefits eligible; exempt; in‑person position.

START

First day of new staff training at the end of July.

THE ROLE

DSST seeks passionate science teachers who foster dynamic learning environments where students actively engage in scientific inquiry, hands‑on exploration, and sense‑making. Teachers guide students in shaping their own scientific knowledge through modeling, articulate explanations, and practical applications, while ensuring an inclusive and equitable classroom for all learners.

MIDDLE SCHOOL CURRICULUM

Grades 6‑8: Integrated NGSS Science Curriculum.

HIGH SCHOOL COURSE OFFERINGS

• Physics and/or AP Physics
• Chemistry and/or AP Chemistry
• Biology and/or AP Biology
• Various Science Electives

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Deliver rigorous and engaging content, using DSST’s curriculum resources to plan, intellectually prepare, and teach grade‑level aligned content to 3–5 classes daily.
• Prioritize student intellectual growth by setting high expectations, monitoring and assessing performance through a variety of tools, and guiding instruction to support individual proficiency.
• Promote a positive culture by validating students’ cultural identities, fostering a unified classroom and school culture, and building trusting relationships with students and families.
• Engage in professional growth opportunities, including regular coaching, feedback, and development with a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Contribute to the school community through additional duties such as student recruitment, an advisory class, after‑school tutoring, and other support roles as needed.

THE PERSON WE VALUE

We value staff with diverse backgrounds, talents, and ideas. Successful employees share the following characteristics:

• Unwavering belief that all students can succeed and reach ambitious post‑secondary goals.
• Proactive approach to learning and growth, welcoming feedback to enhance teaching practice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum: Bachelor’s Degree in any field; demonstrated content knowledge (in‑field status) via qualifications.
• Ideal: Proven commitment to and experience serving students of color, students with disabilities, and/or multilingual students.
• Colorado teaching credential preferred but not required for most opportunities.

SOME BENEFITS (COMPENSATION & PERKS)

• Competitive pay and a Total Rewards package that includes fertility and adoption support, educator‑focused mental‑health care, and everyday perks like grocery discounts.
• Weekly 1:1 coaching, data‑driven feedback, and clear career pathways (Apprentice Teacher, Emerging Leader).
• Recognition through core value and award programs, milestone celebrations, and community honors.
• Health coverage, 6 weeks of paid parental leave, and other wellness resources.
• 11+ weeks of paid time off, relocation support for out‑of‑state applicants, and local discounts.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY AND DIVERSITY, EQUITY, AND INCLUSION

DSST Public Schools is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not exclude participation in, deny benefits to, or discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or retaliation for filing a charge, findings of discrimination, or related actions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The duties of this position regularly require talking and hearing. The employee may need to stand, walk, bend, kneel, stoop, or crouch, and lift or move items up to 30pounds. Adequate hand, arm, and finger dexterity are required for computer use and other office equipment. Specific vision abilities include close, distance, peripheral, and depth vision, and the ability to adjust focus.